5:32 PM,
Oct. 27, 2013

Viruses don't always make your computer act up. Many viruses are designed to make sure you don't notice them.

Written by

Kim Komando
Special for USA TODAY

THE TRUTH BEHIND COMPUTER SECURITY

Q. My computer has never acted like it has a virus. Do I still need to install security software?

A. That's one of the many computer security myths I hear regularly. The truth is that viruses don't always make your computer act up. Many viruses are designed to make sure you don't notice them. They can steal your information, send spam or attack other computers without you knowing. The only way to catch them is with security software.STOP ANNOYING SPAM CALLS ...

Q. I keep getting unsolicited calls on my cellphone. Is there anything I can do about it?